Reading - This week we worked on reading non-fiction text and distinguishing between information that is important and information that is interesting.  We also worked on compound words and pronouns.   Students continue to rotate through the Daily 5 activities that include read to self, read to someone, work on writing, listen to reading, and word work.

Writing - This week students will continue to work on a narrative piece about a favorite toy. In mechanics, usage, and grammar students are working on identifying and using pronouns.

Math - This week students have been working on telling time to the hour and 1/2 hour along with elapsed time.  Students work daily on a number of the day, problem solving, math writing, and activities that support the Common Core State Standards.

Inquiry - This week we learned ways that insects are helpful to us and ways that they are harmful to us. Next week we will explore butterflies and their life cycle.  

       Final MAP testing this week onTuesday in math!